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What are the Best Dark Chocolate Brands?
What Is Dark Chocolate?
Dark chocolate has more of the distinctive flavor of cocoa beans than other types of chocolate. It's made without milk and with less sugar. The varieties of dark chocolate are identified by the percentage of cocoa in the recipe. The higher the percentage of cocoa, the more bitter the chocolate will taste. The cocoa content of commercially prepared dark chocolate tends to range between 30 and 80 percent.
While the specifics can vary by brand, the basic ingredients in dark chocolate are cocoa beans, sugar, some type of emulsifier, and flavorings, most often vanilla. The flavor of the confection makes it ideal for baking and dessert making. At CVS, you'll find a delectable assortment of chocolate negro made by some of your most favorite brands, including Dove®, Ghirardelli®, y Russell Stover®.
Does Dark Chocolate Have Health Benefits?
Dark chocolate can have health benefits. Current investigations suggest dark chocolate is a potent antioxidant. Your body needs antioxidants from the foods you eat to fight the effects of free radicals, unstable molecules that can damage healthy cells. It's also an excellent source of flavonoids and polyphenols. Some researchers believe the combination of nutrients are helpful for blood pressure, cholesterol levels, cognitive function, and more. Dark chocolate might also have a positive effect on vision.
However, not all dark chocolate is the same. For health benefits, bitter is best. Choose a product at least 60% cocoa. As the concentration of cocoa increases, the sugar content falls. Too much sugar in your dark chocolate could negate any potential health benefits.
Which Dark Chocolate Is Best For Keto Dieters?
Many keto dieters enjoy indulging their cravings for dark chocolate. But not any dark chocolate will do. People living a ketogenic lifestyle generally restrict their daily carbohydrate intake to 20-30 net carbs per day. That's the number of carbohydrates minus the amount of fiber per serving.
When there's too much sugar in a serving, the chocolate is not keto-friendly. However, dark chocolate can usually be enjoyed in moderation when it's 70% cocoa or more. If you find the high concentrations of cocoa too bitter, consider selecting a confection made with a keto-approved artificial sweetener.
How Do Dark Chocolate And Milk Chocolate Compare?
Chocolatiers typically make milk chocolate with chocolate liquor, sweetened condensed milk (or milk solids), and cocoa butter. The dairy gives the chocolate a much creamier consistency. By FDA (Food and Drug Administration) requirements, milk chocolate must contain a minimum of 12% milk and 10% chocolate liquor. Dark chocolate does not contain milk or milk solids.
The FDA does not have similar guidelines in place for dark chocolate. But companies still have standards they must maintain. A product cannot be identified as dark chocolate unless cocoa is the primary flavoring ingredient.